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Movie stars graced the red carpet, acceptance speeches were made and the 2015 Oscars ceremony has now come to a close. After hours of sorting and counting, Classic Cinemas is proud to announce the winners of the Annual "Predict the Oscars" contest. Oak Park Gustavo E. Saravia takes home the prize for the Lake Theatre while his son, Gabriel Saravia of Chicago, won the contest at the North Riverside Luxury 6. Both will receive yearlong movie passes for one valid at any Classic Cinemas theatre, and two passes to the Brookfield Zoo. Gustavo submitted his ballot at the Lake Theatre located at 1022 Lake Street in Oak Park and Gabriel submitted his ballot at the North Riverside Luxury 6...

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